Generic name:doxorubicin [ DOX-oh-ROO-bi-sin ]
Drug class:Antibiotics / antineoplastics
The Adriamycin brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Adriamycin?
Adriamycin is used to treat different types of cancers that affect the breast, bladder, kidneys, ovaries, thyroid, stomach, lungs, bones, nerve tissues, joints, and soft tissues. This medicine is also used to treat Hodgkin lymphoma, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and certain types of leukemia.
Adriamycin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use Adriamycin if you have severe liver disease, severe heart problems, very low blood cell counts caused by prior chemotherapy, or if you recently had a heart attack.
Adriamycin can weaken your immune system. Your blood may need to be tested often. Tell your doctor if you have unusual bruising or bleeding, or signs of infection (fever, chills, body aches).
Adriamycin may cause dangerous effects on your heart. Call your doctor at once if you feel very weak or tired, or have fast heartbeats, shortness of breath (even with mild exertion), or swelling in your ankles or feet.
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